Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #23V330000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V330000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses Includes 146 affected units, Insufficient Exterior Joint Strength/FMVSS 221, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses. a rear exterior joint may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, "school bus body joint strength."

Corrective Action

Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 29, 2023. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-574-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl972.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V330000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2023-05-08T00:00:00
Subject: Insufficient exterior joint strength/fmvss 221
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 146

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL972
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses. a rear exterior joint may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, "school bus body joint strength."
Consequence Summary: A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 29, 2023. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-574-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl972.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 61.64

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